Welcome To New Gethsemane Baptist Church
A loving community of Christians in Philadelphia, PA. We welcome all people of faith to our church.
Our Community Welcomes You
New Gethsemane Baptist Church has served the Philadelphia community since 1926. Through the help of numerous pastors and our wonderful congregation, our church has continued to grow and provide a place for believers to worship together every Sunday.
We gather together every Sunday morning for worship and classes where we learn more about God. New Gethsemane Baptist Church
also has Bible study and prayer services throughout the week. Learn more about the history of New Gethsemane Baptist Church
and how we have become an established part of the Philadelphia Christian community.
Our Sunday Worship Services
Sunday Devotional Service: 10:15 AM
Sunday Morning Worship Service: 10:30 AM
Every week, Christian believers gather together at New Gethsemane Baptist Church to worship our Savior and fellowship with others in the community. We offer traditional Baptist worship services, which include a call to service, invocation, Bible reading, prayer, and preaching.
Our services are open to all people of faith in Jesus Christ. Join us on Sunday and consider making New Gethsemane Baptist your new church home.
Join Us for Sunday School
At New Gethsemane Baptist Church, we offer Sunday school classes for all ages. Sunday school begins at 9 AM and includes classes for the following groups:
- Nursery
- Kindergarten
- Primary Classes: 1st-3rd grade
- Junior Classes: 4th-6th grade
- High School Classes
- Young Adults
- Men & Women’s Classes
- Senior Adult Classes
Join us
on Sunday morning as we fellowship and learn the Word of God together.
Meet Our Pastor
Reverend Jeffrey D. Hickson was installed as Pastor of New Gethsemane Baptist Church in May 2026. As the church celebrates 100 years of serving God and the community, Pastor Hickson welcomes everyone to worship, fellowship, and join in spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ. He invites you to visit, participate in church activities, and become part of the church family.
We look forward to welcoming you to New Gethsemane Baptist Church. God bless you!
Reverend Jeffrey D. Hickson
Pastor, New Gethsemane Baptist Church
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Worship With Us in Philadelphia, PA
Whether you’re a resident of Philadelphia or you’re just passing through, you’re welcome to join us at New Gethsemane Baptist Church. Visit our church community in Philadelphia for Sunday worship or one of our weekly church gatherings.
